Resthaven Living Center

Resthaven Living Center has served the seniors of Bogalusa and Washington Parish for years, offering skilled nursing care at 1301 Harrison Street in the heart of southeastern Louisiana's historic 'Magic City.' Managed by Priority Management, Resthaven combines professional clinical oversight with a warm, community-rooted atmosphere that reflects the resilient spirit of Bogalusa itself. The facility provides 24-hour skilled nursing care, short-term post-acute rehabilitation following hospitalizations or surgeries, wound care, and long-term residential placement for seniors who need ongoing medical supervision alongside personal care. Priority Management's operational framework emphasizes staff accountability, consistent clinical outcomes, and resident-centered programming—ensuring that care plans are genuinely tailored to each individual's health goals and preferences. Bogalusa is a city shaped by the mighty pines and rivers of the Washington Parish countryside, and its surroundings offer some of the most accessible natural beauty in Louisiana. Bogue Chitto State Park, located on the Bogue Chitto River to the southwest, is one of the state's most beloved recreation areas—featuring river tubing, canoeing, swimming beaches, and forested camping grounds that draw visitors from across the region. The Pearl River marks the eastern edge of Washington Parish, lending the area a scenic river-and-woodland character that families can enjoy during visits. Franklinton, the parish seat, is a short drive away and provides additional shopping, dining, and services. For medical care, Bogalusa Community Medical Center—operated within the North Oaks Health System—is the primary hospital serving the Bogalusa area, offering emergency care, surgery, rehabilitation services, and specialist access that complement Resthaven's on-site skilled nursing capabilities. Families traveling from the north shore communities around Lake Pontchartrain, from Covington, or from Mandeville find Bogalusa a manageable drive for regular visits. Resthaven Living Center is where Washington Parish seniors can receive skilled, compassionate care without leaving the community they've called home.